about michael
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For a generation, Michael Brand has been carrying the message of transformation....that we can rethink the whole nature of nonprofits and create exciting new models that pursue the mission and fulfill the hearts of those working in the organization. While working with leaders from across the northeast United States, Michael currently serves at a Project Officer for a major east coast community foundation, where he is leading the coaching and training efforts to ignite nonprofit transformation in the region. In addition, he is coordinating the disbursement of over $1 million in aid to select nonprofits. Through much of the 90s and 00s, Michael worked with a range of human service and education reform efforts initiated by the State of Pennsylvania in order to meet the new challenges. And in his spare time doing a bit of fundraising for several nonprofits while also teaching at the Pennsylvania State University. Soon after the fall of the Iron Curtain, Michael led the first team of nonprofit advisors into the Czech Republic. Working in conjunction with the United Nations High Commission On Refugees, Michael assisted many small fledgling non-governmental organizations make the transition to a new way of life. A generation later, all these groups are a thriving, integral part of Czech civic society. Many organizations have invited Michael to serve in leadership roles on their Boards of Directors and organizing teams: from youth organizations and libraries to environmental groups and YMCAs. Michael holds a Masters of Nonprofit Management from the renowned Mandel Center For Nonprofit Organizations at Case Western Reserve University in addition to a Political Science degree from Montana State University and a graduate diploma from The University of Queensland in Australia. In addition, Michael holds several advanced certificates in various facilitation methodologies. |
What Others Say |
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"Thank you so much for your skillful navigation of our group through this very challenging process of reviewing our purpose and refocusing based on growth and change. I am VERY pleased with how you kept us focused on the main goal, and kept bringing us back to the basics. I also appreciated how you kept those quieter members involved by specifically asking for their input. The meeting was highly productive, and you were so warm and friendly, yet professional, that I think we all felt we were in good hands." Eileen Wise - Executive Director Smart Start - State College, PA |
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"Michael made the strategic planning process at CARE not only manageable but helped us align the organizational goals meaningfully to the mission. He provides unique insight and intuitive understanding of NPO best practices, how to apply these principles and makes them practical for your organization. " Tina M. Martin - Executive Director CARE for Children - Bradford, PA |
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“Michael packed a punch with his concise, usable and relevant material. Local non profit volunteers and board members went away from his workshop with plenty to think about and actionable strategies. We can’t wait to book him for the next in the series!” Georgia Abbey - Executive Director Leadership Centre County - State College, PA |
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“Very few people have been able to capture the attention of my audience. Michael Brand is one of the few that can. His engaging style combined with real world applications makes him a favorite at DVAEYC conferences.”
“I serve a wide selection of educational groups across multiple counties. Michael’s approach for working with such a diverse group amazed me — his capacity for interactions with people as well as his ability to communicate clearly and effectively was superlative. In addition, he did a great deal to cut through the side issues that bog down so many collaboration efforts. Michael upheld such high standards — you just don't forget someone like that." |
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Make a Difference The nonprofit sector makes up about 11% of the American economy. Yet we still see a vast array of human needs unmet in our land. I started my practice many years ago in the recognition that we have all the resources we need to do it bigger, better and faster. What we need is look at our work with a new set of eyes....to rethink the way we do business. With over 25 in the nonprofit sector, Michael Brand has developed strong organizations in diverse places such as Montana, California, Florida, Utah, Pennsylvania as well as the Czech Republic and Australia. |
